We Specialize in the Treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorders and Related Disorders

I am passionate about working in the area of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, as I find it to be a fascinating condition. At the same time, I also see the suffering that it causes. For this reason, I have always maintained that OCD deserves its own specialty…and this has motivated me to expand the clinic and to help mentor other clinicians.

I also have over 20 years of experience working in various outpatient mental health departments. I am well versed in DBT, CBT, ERP and ACT among other treatment approaches. My interest in OCD started over 15 years ago when I recognised the lack of resources for OCD treatment along with a strong need in the community.

I am a longstanding member of the International OCD Foundation through which I completed the BTTI Certificate in Florida.

It’s a privilege to work exclusively with clients presenting with OCD and related symptoms. My journey began as a young child – grappling with multiple OCD subtypes. I felt different and alone. Reaching out for support helped foster a healthy blend of connectedness and uniqueness. I bring this perspective, complemented by professional learning, peer consultation, and witnessing the dedication of Clients.

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with advanced training in Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP) from the Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety at the University of Pennsylvania. Additionally, I completed the BTTI from the International OCD Foundation.

I am a proud and active member of the International OCD Foundation. It’s an honour to be part of your journey to being empowered with choice, freedom, and peace.

It can be challenging to find a therapist who specializes in treating OCD and anxiety-related disorders. With over nine years of experience as a therapist in public mental health settings, both inpatient psychiatry and outpatient community settings, I have extensive clinical experience treating OCD, anxiety, and depression.

I am a registered Occupational Therapist with advanced training in Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP) from the Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety at the University of Pennsylvania. I also completed the Behavior Therapy Training Institute (BTTI) certificate – an intensive OCD program.

ERP is a form of CBT that is the gold standard in the treatment of OCD. ERP therapy can be challenging. My approach is non-judgmental, compassionate, and practical. I also have experience with other therapeutic modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectic Behavioural Therapy (DBT), behavioral activation (BA), and Mindful Self-Compassion.

As a registered OT with the BC College of Occupational Therapists, I am approved to provide virtual sessions to residents of BC and Ontario.

Maggie Milsom is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC). She holds a Master of Education in counselling psychology specializing in vocational rehabilitation. She also has advanced training in Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP) from the Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety at the University of Pennsylvania. She is an active member of the International OCD Foundation.

Maggie has worked with various individuals (youth and adults) struggling with challenges ranging from depression, OCD, anxiety, panic attacks, substance abuse, sexual assault, domestic violence and anger management. She has worked collaboratively with families at Moving Family Forward counselling services and various entities such as the police department and Crawford Manor- a stabilization home for young males who have current or recent mild to moderate substance abuse. Maggie also has experience working with the First Nations community – spearheading an anger-management group at the John Howard Society that incorporated culturally relevant practices. Maggie has a general background in providing vocational assessments and rehabilitation.

Maggie primarily utilizes a Rogerian approach in her counseling – encouraging a collaborative effort between client and clinician. She also has experience in Gestalt therapy (role play), cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and Freudian psychology.

Maggie has volunteered her time at the UBC Brain lab which explores the psycho- neurological mechanisms underlying cognitive, affective, and stress-associated aspects of decision-making and impulsivity—specifically related to substance use disorders and concurrent mental disorders.
Maggie is also a graduate of the Vancouver Academy of Dramatic Arts and has studied film and theatre at various studios in Vancouver for over fifteen years.

In her free time Maggie enjoys boxing, judo, snowboarding, scuba diving, art, playing guitar and dancing..

Susan McFee joins us as a professional who has lived experience with recovering from OCD. She is dedicated to helping people with personal growth, happiness, and overall well-being. Susan graduated from Trinity Western University in 2008 with a Master of Arts Degree in Counselling Psychology and she is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC). Susan is a member of the International OCD Foundation and has completed the advanced training in Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP) from the University of Pennsylvania.

Susan has over 14 years of experience working in the community with individuals who suffer with depression, anxiety, OCD, personality disorders, PTSD, and Substance Related and Addictive Disorders. Her approach to counselling is trauma informed and integrative. She combines Client Centred Therapy with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Client Centred Therapy stresses the value of a strong client-counsellor relationship which includes the client feeling heard, validated, and respected. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy focuses on the importance of healthy thinking, which is flexible, logical, realistic, and helpful.

I look forward to having the opportunity to work with you!

Micha is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a strong commitment to the treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and anxiety. Having lived experience with multiple OCD subtypes beginning in adolescence, Micha brings deep empathy, compassion, and understanding to his work. He recognizes the shame, fear, and internal barriers that often make seeking treatment for OCD especially challenging, and strives to create a supportive, non-judgmental therapeutic space.

Micha offers specialized, evidence-based treatment for OCD, primarily using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold-standard approach for OCD. His work is also informed by Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness-based practices. Together, these approaches help clients reduce compulsive behaviors, relate differently to intrusive thoughts, and move toward lives guided by their values rather than fear.

Micha works collaboratively with clients, supporting them to gradually face feared situations, build psychological flexibility, and reclaim a sense of autonomy and meaning in their lives.

He is an active professional member of the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) and is dedicated to ongoing learning and growth in OCD treatment.

Misha is Registered Clinical Counsellor who strives to work with children and
youth in an empathetic and client centered manner. She has over 10 years of
experience working with children in the public health sector. She is enthusiastic
about working with children with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), chronic
worrying, social anxiety, panic attacks, perfectionism, body-focused repetitive behaviors (e.g., hair pulling, skin picking), phobias, depression, and stress. She has helped them to tolerate their anxiety and live with uncertainty using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Habit Reversal Training (HRT), which is the gold-standard treatment for OCD.

Children and youth who have experienced trauma may find it difficult to
participate in traditional talk therapies. Misha uses a play therapeutic approach so clients can tell their stories and process their complex emotions. By learning how to tell their story they learn coping strategies that enables each client to see hope within their future.

Misha received her Bachelor of Science from the University of Victoria, Bachelor of Education from Simon Fraser University and Master’s in counselling psychology from the University of British Columbia. Major part of her career has been spent working with children and families individually and in groups to promote optimum
mental and emotional health.

Misha has also completed the OCD training with New Heights OCD & Anxiety
Clinic and is in the process of completing the advanced training in Exposure &
Responsive Prevention (ERP) from the Centre for treatment and study of anxiety at the University of Pennsylvania. She is an active member of the International OCD Foundation.

Tara received her Master’s in Counselling Psychology at Athabasca University and has over 8 years of experience supporting individuals through a variety of life challenges. As a registered Clinical Counsellor, ERP Therapist, Certified Meditation Instructor, and Trauma-Informed Yoga Facilitator, Tara takes a holistic approach to counselling and wellness where she can apply a variety of modalities to therapy sessions.

Her experiences include working in numerous counselling settings private sessions, school districts, provincial prisons, non-profit organizations, First Nations Communities and BC Schizophrenia Society as a Regional Educator. In these settings she assisted adults, couples, families, children, and youth who endured various life traumas, and anxiety, depression, other life stressors and substance abuse. Tara is passionate about taking holistic, client-centred care, and an individualized approach to therapy with talk and somatic therapy pieces. Her clients value her calming and soothing presence which allows for the development of a positive therapeutic alliance.

COUNSELLING MODALITIES: CBT, Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP), DBT, Mindfulness, Exposure and Narrative therapies, as well as Certifications in Meditation Instruction, Somatic Embodiment Regulation Strategies, and specialty OCD and EMDR training.

OCD Clinician – Works with Children, Adolescents, and Adults, including Neurodivergent Clients (ADHD, Autism)

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) who works with children, youth, and adults, including neurodivergent individuals and those experiencing OCD, anxiety, and ADHD. I have experience supporting children and adolescents in school and counselling settings, and I also work as a school counsellor. This informs my understanding of child development, family dynamics, and supporting diverse learners.

In my work with OCD and anxiety, I use ERP-informed and CBT-based approaches, alongside mindfulness, somatic awareness, and draw from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and parts-informed (IFS) perspectives. I take a neuroaffirming approach, adapting therapy to support sensory needs, emotional regulation, and executive functioning, while helping clients build tolerance for uncertainty and reduce compulsive patterns.

I support clients in understanding how OCD shows up in their thoughts, body, and behaviours, and work collaboratively to build awareness, flexibility, and confidence in responding to distress. My approach is grounded in curiosity, compassion, and respect for each person’s pace and strengths.

As a South Asian Canadian-born counsellor, I bring lived experience of navigating multiple cultural identities and offer a culturally responsive approach that considers family, values, and lived experience as part of the healing process.

I also offer counselling in English and Punjabi.

I am deeply passionate about facilitating growth in my clients, combining my professional expertise with a personal understanding of OCD. I believe that self-compassion is a fundamental part of the healing journey. Utilizing evidence-based interventions like Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), I adopt a client-centred approach. This empowers my clients to confront fears, develop mindfulness skills, and live in alignment with their values.

Our collaborative work will focus on cultivating mindfulness, psychological flexibility, and resilience. This empowers you to confront and overcome obsessive-compulsive patterns. Join me on this transformative journey towards healing and renewed purpose. Together, we will work towards embracing uncertainty, building resilience, and reclaiming your life from OCD.

With over eight years of experience as a Registered Clinical Counsellor, working in various settings, including the public healthcare sector, I am dedicated to helping individuals regain control of their lives and find relief from anxiety, OCD, depression, relationship issues, perfectionism, and trauma (including first responder, childhood, or historical experiences).

My commitment to providing the highest quality care is demonstrated through my membership with the International OCD Foundation, ensuring that my clients receive the most effective and evidence-based therapies.

I employ various therapeutic approaches tailored to each individual’s unique needs. Central to my practice are CBT and ERP, highly effective methods for treating OCD and anxiety. Additionally, I integrate DBT techniques, particularly valuable in managing the intense emotional distress often accompanying OCD. I also incorporate ACT techniques to empower individuals to live in alignment with their values, ultimately reducing the impact of OCD on their lives.

In sessions, you will find a comfortable and non-judgmental environment where you are met with acceptance, warmth, and respect. I aim to provide a safe and inclusive environment for people from all backgrounds and degrees of privilege, inspiring and motivating you to continue creating a fulfilling and authentic life.

My focus is on helping clients break out of OCD’s cycle and move toward what matters most to them.  I understand how distressing and time-consuming OCD can be, and how other neurodivergences can interact with OCD through my own lived experience in both areas.

My approach is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and I use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) to directly address OCD symptoms.  Together, we will explore the ways you want to show up in your life, what may be getting in the way, and how you can continue movement toward your values even when OCD-related symptoms are present.  This work incorporates acceptance, mindfulness, and psychological flexibility.

Before coming to Canada for my Master of Counselling Psychology program, I spent several years working in community mental health in the U.S., where I witnessed many barriers people face in accessing effective care, including OCD.  That experience continues to inform my counselling work.  I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), a professional member of the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF), and have completed OCD training through New Heights OCD & Anxiety.  I look forward to supporting you on your journey towards freedom from obsessions and compulsions.

Jessica-Ann is a Registered Social Worker with a strong commitment to supporting clients with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and anxiety through an anti-oppressive practice stance and the deep empathy and compassion of lived experience. Before becoming a counsellor, she spent many years working as a social worker where she supported people struggling with a wide range of mental health conditions, including first responders and veterans.

Jessica-Ann uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Exposure and Response Prevention to support her clients, both which are proven to be effective in addressing OCD symptoms.  Jessica-Ann takes a non judgemental approach to all of her work and believes that building a trusting relationship is absolutely essential to effective counselling work.  Jessica-Ann’s anti-oppressive practice stance ensures she always works from a place of respect and acceptance.

Jessica-Ann is a registered social worker, a professional member of the International OCD Foundation, and has completed OCD training through New Heights OCD and Anxiety.  Jessica-Ann looks forward to working together to free you from the stress of OCD and Anxiety.

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor working with children, youth and adults experiencing OCD and related conditions, including panic disorder, social anxiety, health anxiety, and eating disorders. I have experience supporting neurodivergent individuals and a particular interest in OCD that intersects with identity, perfectionism, and ADHD.

In my work with OCD and anxiety, I use ERP as a foundation, drawing on ACT, DBT skills, and somatic based approaches. I support clients in understanding how OCD operates across their thoughts, emotions, and nervous system and in building the capacity to sit with uncertainty and fear. I believe that learning to tolerate and ultimately embrace discomfort is not just a technique, but a genuine source of strength and freedom.

I also have experience in couples counselling and a particular interest in the relational dimensions of OCD.

I work collaboratively and with honesty. My aim is to help clients build clear understanding of their OCD, develop real and lasting tools, and take their life back.

I am a member of the IOCDF, BCACC and CPA.

My approach to counselling is compassionate, honest, and collaborative. I strive to create a supportive space where youth and adults feel understood, challenged, and empowered to make meaningful, lasting change.

I am passionate about helping individuals living with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) regain control from OCD and build a life that is no longer dictated by it. While OCD can feel overwhelming and isolating, recovery is possible. I work alongside clients to better understand how OCD operates, respond differently to intrusive thoughts and compulsions, and move toward a life guided by their values rather than their fears.

My practice is grounded in evidence-based treatment, with Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) at its core. I also integrate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness-based strategies to meet each client’s unique needs. My goal is to provide clients with the skills, confidence, and support to create lasting change and live more fulfilling lives.

Professional Memberships: International OCD Foundation (IOCDF), BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC), and the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA).

I am an OCD clinician who is passionate about helping people move beyond the cycles of fear and compulsive patterns that keep them feeling stuck. I believe that every client is capable of growth and change, and that therapy is about helping people reclaim the freedom to live fuller, richer lives guided by their values and what matters most to them, rather than by fear, uncertainty, and OCD.

I recognize that living with OCD and anxiety can be exhausting. Intrusive thoughts, uncertainty, and compulsions often leave people questioning themselves, withdrawing from the things they care about, or feeling as though their world has gradually become smaller. I strive to create a therapeutic relationship where clients feel genuinely understood, accepted, and supported, while also feeling encouraged to take meaningful steps toward lasting change.

My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in evidence-based treatment. I primarily utilize Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), helping clients gradually face feared situations, step out of compulsive patterns, and develop greater confidence in their ability to tolerate uncertainty. I believe meaningful change comes not from eliminating difficult thoughts or emotions, but from learning to respond to them in new ways that create greater freedom, choice, and flexibility.

I view therapy as a genuine relationship and believe clients grow best when they feel both supported and gently challenged. I am committed to creating a space where clients can deepen their understanding of themselves, build confidence in their ability to navigate life’s challenges, and discover that they are capable of more than fear has led them to believe.

I hold a Master of Counselling from City University and a Master of Science in Social Policy and Research from the London School of Economics. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC), have completed specialized training in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and am an active professional member of the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF).

I am passionate about supporting excellence in client care and helping ensure clients feel welcomed, supported, and guided throughout their journey with New Heights OCD & Anxiety. I play a key role in overseeing the intake process and helping maintain a seamless and supportive client experience from first contact onward.